About CEU
Based in Vienna, Central European University brings together students and faculty from more than 100 countries to exchange ideas in an open and dynamic community in the heart of Europe. The university is accredited in Austria and the U.S., and offers 50 English-language graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines, as well as three interdisciplinary undergraduate programs in the social sciences and humanities. Ranking among the top 100 universities worldwide in the QS World University Rankings in a variety of subjects, CEU is known for excellence in teaching and research − with purpose. With over 1,400 students and 200 faculty members from more than 130 countries, CEU is one of the most densely international universities in the world.
Established in 1991, CEU’s mission is to prepare future leaders to build and support open and democratic societies that respect human rights and the rule of law. Distinctive for the integrated approach it brings to teaching, research and public service, CEU emphasizes interdisciplinary coursework and collaborative research to create new knowledge and tackle complex societal problems.
Choose your degree program
Undergraduate programs
Graduate programs
- Cultural Heritage Studies
- Cognitive Science
- Economics and Business
- Environmental Sciences and Policy
- Gender Studies
- History
- International Relations
- Legal Studies
- Medieval Studies
- Nationalism Studies
- Network and Data Science
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Public Policy
- Sociology and Social Anthropology
Study in Vienna
Apply now and study in Vienna, consistently ranked among the world’s most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit. Located in the heart of Europe, the Austrian capital has much to offer, from a wide range of academic opportunities to vibrant student life.
Fund your studies
CEU offers generous financial aid, based on a combination of merit and need, including tuition awards and scholarships with stipends, available to students from any country. Doctoral scholarships cover the full cost of tuition and health insurance, complete with a monthly stipend to assist with housing and living costs. In 2020-2021, 81% of CEU students received financial aid. Learn more about how to fund your studies at: www.ceu.edu/financialaid.
Apply by
- February 1, 2022 for master’s and doctoral studies with financial aid
- March 15, 2022 for self-financing master’s candidates who will require a study visa
- August 15, 2022 for self-financing master’s candidates who will not require a study visa
Admissions requirements
- Completed online application form: www.ceu.edu/apply
- Proof of English proficiency
- Letters of recommendation
- CV
- Program-specific requirements
Central European University
Quellenstrasse 51, 1100 Vienna, Austria
